Tags: Writing CharacterizationCharacterization
References
On the use of "core needs" to add depth to characters see Give characters core needs and default psychological maneuversGive characters core needs and default psychological maneuvers
Tags: [[Writing]] [[Characterization]]
In Mastering the Process: From Idea to Novel Elizabeth George suggests that two ingredients that help understand characters are their core need and their psy....
Examples of core needs include:
- The need for approval
- The need for perfection or to be seen as perfect
- to be seen as empathetic
- to be right
- to be competent
- To control events and people
- for nurturance
- for excitement
- to be seen as authentic
- for admiration
- for attention
- to be of service
- for connection
- for an adrenaline rush